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Distances in these cards are measured from the centre of the DG7 postcode district.

County or areaDumfries and Galloway
Postcode districtDG7
Telephone codeNot listed
Time zoneEurope/London (GMT/BST)
Daylight through the yearLongest day (Jun 21): 17 h 21 min4:38 am – 9:59 pmShortest day (Dec 21): 7 h 12 min8:39 am – 3:50 pm
Sun todaySunrise –Sunset –
People3,569 residentsin the Gatehouse census areaMedian age 55.51,638 households71% of homes owner-occupied53% owned outright12% social rented, 12% private rentedSource: National Records of Scotland, Census 2022
Work and commuting2.5% unemployment rate53% of adults are economically active, 1,586 in work, 36% retiredMain industries: health and social work 15%, farming, forestry and fishing 13%, retail and wholesale 10%Getting to work: 37% work from home, 50% go by car, 2% take public transport, 9% walk or cycle50% of those who travel work within 10 km of homeSource: National Records of Scotland, Census 2022
Education and languages34% of adults hold a degree or higher16% have no qualifications, 7% an apprenticeshipMain language: English 98%, other languages 1%Source: National Records of Scotland, Census 2022
ClimateWarmest month July: highs 18°C, lows 11°CColdest month February: highs 7°C, lows 1°C1,874 mm of rain a year, 63 days with 10 mm or morewettest month December50 days of air frost, 2 summer days above 25°C in a typical yearJanuary: 1 to 6°CJFebruary: 1 to 7°CFMarch: 2 to 9°CMApril: 4 to 11°CAMay: 6 to 15°CMJune: 9 to 17°CJJuly: 11 to 18°CJAugust: 11 to 18°CASeptember: 8 to 16°CSOctober: 6 to 13°CONovember: 3 to 9°CNDecember: 1 to 7°CD20°0°Source: Met Office HadUK-Grid 1991-2020 averages, 2 km grid (highs and lows from the 12 km grid)
Nearby landmarksBen Johnmountain · 1.8 miOld Land Lochlake · 1.7 miWoodend Lochlake · 1.9 miDoon Hillhill · under a mileKirkbride Hillhill · under a mileSkyreburn Baybay · 2.3 miSource: Ordnance Survey Open Names
Parks and green spacesBurgher Parkpark · 2.6 miBoat Greenpark · 2.7 miCally Gardenspark · 3.3 miSource: Ordnance Survey Open Greenspace
Earthquakes28 of magnitude 2 or more within 50 miles since 19703 of magnitude 3+, 0 of magnitude 4+Largest: magnitude 3.0 on 28 Feb 201841 mi away, Cockermouth, CumbriaMost recent: magnitude 2.0 on 24 Oct 202024 mi away, Dumfries, D & GSource: British Geological Survey earthquake database
Air qualityNO2 1.3 · PM2.5 3.7 · PM10 5.7 µg/m³annual mean concentrations, 2024Within the WHO guidelines for all threeSource: DEFRA modelled background pollution maps 2024, 1 km grid
Broadband40% of premises can get gigabit-capable broadband96% can get superfast (30 Mbit/s or more)0.3% cannot get a decent connection (below the 10 Mbit/s universal service obligation)1,808 residential premises in the census areaSource: Ofcom Connected Nations, July 2025
Elevation103 m338 ft above sea levelLand within 1 km ranges from 80 to 289 mSource: Ordnance Survey, OS Terrain 50





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Supermarkets in Lauchentyre

 

 

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Cinemas

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40 Home improvement in Lauchentyre in 11 categories

 

 

16 Health and beauty in Lauchentyre in 6 categories

 

 

32 Attractions in Lauchentyre in 8 categories

 

 

19 Property services in Lauchentyre in 6 categories

 

 

11 Education in Lauchentyre in 4 categories

 

 

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Best reviews

Top pubs in Lauchentyre

  • Old School House - Twynholm, Castle Douglas

    Bar

    18 Main Street, Twynholm, Castle Douglas, DG7 2AL

    8.1 miles away

    5 star reviewThe best restaurant in Dumfries & Galloway, spacious and attractively furnished. Delicious home cooked food, freshly prepared and beautifully presented. ...

  • J Pringle - Corsock, Castle Douglas

    Corsock, Corsock, Castle Douglas, DG7 3DN

    17.2 miles away

    5 star reviewA Superb Scottish Village Pub, Familly owned and run... Exteamly friendly and welcoming staff and customers, exceptionally good quality food ...

  • Harbour Inn - Newton Stewart

    Bar

    18 South Crescent, Newton Stewart, DG8 8BQ

    8.4 miles away

    4 star reviewhas beer garden disabled access and toilet lovely menue and teriffic atmosphere i was born in garlieston now live in ...

  • Tides Inn (19 Castle Street Saint Cuthbert Street) - Kirkcudbright

    Bar

    19 Castle Street Saint Cuthbert Street, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4DX

    8.9 miles away

    4 star reviewBrilliant atmosphere,friendly staff and good selection of drinks

 

Top restaurants in Lauchentyre

  • Jade Palace - Castle Douglas

    195 King Street, Castle Douglas, DG7 1DZ

    13.2 miles away

    4 star reviewWe had a lovely, reasonably-priced meal one lunchtime in August. Staff nice and friendly too.

 

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  • Polka Dot - Castle Douglas

    Gift Shop

    100 King Street, Castle Douglas, DG7 1LU

    13.3 miles away

    5 star reviewGreat shop with extra special gifts in. Good choice for everyone. LOVE IT.

 

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Top takeaways in Lauchentyre

  • Snakatak - Kirkcudbright

    71 St Mary Street, Kirkcudbright, DG6 4DU

    8.9 miles away

    5 star reviewGreat family run business lovely people great home made food, freshly made on the spot tastes fantastic, great portions and ...

  • Great Wall Takeaway - Castle Douglas

    26B King Street, Castle Douglas, DG7 1AA

    13.4 miles away

    4 star reviewIt is my favourite chinese and the people are so lovley!x

 

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Top health and beauty in Lauchentyre

  • Cairnsmore Medical Practice - Creebridge, Newton Stewart

    Medical Center

    Victoria Street, Creebridge, Newton Stewart, DG8 6NR

    10.2 miles away

    5 star reviewDoctors are always thorough, friendly and willing to listen. Reception is efficient and helpful.

  • Avocet - Newton Stewart

    Sportswear Store

    19 Victoria Street, Newton Stewart, DG8 6BT

    10.3 miles away

    5 star reviewLove Avocet! Very friendly service,always helpful and informative. You can always find something whether it be a gift or just ...

 

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